GYRO PLUS
2409 SW 13 ST, Gainesville FL 32608 · 352-336-5323
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hummus on the cook line at 48F. This was placed in the freezer.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach-in cooler interior soiled with mold-like substances and old food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer and food debris in back kitchen hand wash sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils at prep reach-in cooler in container of standing water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grill exterior soiled with grease and old food accumulations. Reach-in cooler gaskets soiled with old food debris.
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Stored food not covered. Gyro meat in reach-in freezer not covered.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Needle in red zone of extinguisher at front kitchen entrance.
Oct 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed : a dented can of mushrooms stored on the way to the back door on the dry goods shelf.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed : pump hand wash soap stored over tomatoes in front of the gyro cooker. The tomato bin was moved to the right. **Corrected On-Site* ALSO, in the front line counter, Odo Ban and spry Lysol stored with to go plastic ware.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed : surface rust on the bottom shelf of the reach-in freezer.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed : multiple Co2 containers stored outside the back door, not secured.
Jul 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed: the walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer and the reach-ins in the kitchen all have an accumulation of debris on the back side of the handles.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed: the plastic knives at the self service counter in the dining area are not (food contact end, sharp edge) facing away from the customers.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: 2 spatulas in 131° water on the flat top.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed: multiple handles on the cook line are soiled with dried food debris.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed: a white handled knife stored between a table and the reach-in cooler on the cook line.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed: the last inspection is not available for review.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: gaskets and the top edge of the reach-in cooler doors are soiled. ALSO, the 'water bottle' by the swinging door has an accumulation of food debris on it. And the return air vent at the front counter has an accumulation of dust.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed: portion cup case on the floor in the dining area.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed: outside the back door; 2x microwaves, 20 plus 5 gallon buckets and lids and other discarded items.
Jul 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: cooked chicken in the flip top on the cook line, 45F. This was iced down. 44F 8 minutes later.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: multiple spray chemicals under the front counter next to the spices. The chemicals were moved.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed: a boulder of ice on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the ice scoop on the front line, the handle was touching ice.
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed: prepped/chopped plant food in the walk-in cooler, plastic bag with printing in contact with the food.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the tea nozzle with an accumulation of build up.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed: reach-in cooler/reach-in freezer handles have debris.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed: a white handled knife stored between equipment on the cook line.
Jul 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed the 3 compartment sanitizer sink at 0 ppm for chlorine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hummus on the cook line at 48F. This was placed in the freezer.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the kitchen hand wash sink was blocked by a rolling garbage can. The can was moved.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Ozzie does not have proof on site of his Certified Food Manager.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed new staff lacking verification form. This was then filled out.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed the outside mop sink drains slowly.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.